What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Test Engineer position at Municipal Electric Authority of GA?
Job Description
Job Description
Position Title : Senior Test Engineer
Reports To : Manager, Protection & Testing
Summary :
Test Engineers at the Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG Power) play a critical role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of protective and control systems within substations. This includes overseeing the commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. The Test Engineer provides technical supervision to contractors, supports real-time operations, and collaborates with various stakeholders on major infrastructure projects, maintenance, and system enhancements.
The Test Engineer also contributes to the overall success of MEAG's Protection & Testing organization, ensuring reliable relay protection and operational conditions across MEAG's vast transmission and distribution networks. This position requires in-depth knowledge of power systems, relay coordination, and commissioning procedures, as well as a commitment to safety and efficiency in all aspects of substation operations. In addition, project management and supervisory skills contribute success on this position.
The successful candidate will gain extensive knowledge of both Transmission and Distribution System protection & testing practices, and will build strong working relationships with MEAG Participants, along with other cross-functional areas, and with external stakeholders.
The successful candidate will also have opportunities to train and develop subject matter and leadership expertise in many areas of the Georgia ITS System, Solar and Battery Integration, NERC and FERC Compliance, Physical and Cyber Security, Real-time Operations, SCADA system, Storm Restoration, General Support, and other areas.
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities :
- Provide technical supervision and support to test engineers’ contractors and wiremen, overseeing commissioning tasks including :
Commissioning distribution substations with voltages ranging from 12kV to 25kV and transmission stations with voltages ranging from 46 kV to 230 kV, based on customer requirements
Qualifications :
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
MEAG Power offers a competitive benefits package including;
MEAG Power is an equal opportunity employer. MEAG Power provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
MEAG Power is a drug-free workplace. External candidates are required to pass a drug test and background screening before beginning employment.
